The Ogun State Police Command has apprehended four police officers featured in a viral social media video filmed in the Ijagba-Ota area of the state.
The command said an investigation had commenced into the incident, while disciplinary procedures had been initiated to establish the circumstances surrounding the video.
The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, ordered a thorough and impartial investigation, stressing the need for professionalism, accountability and respect for citizens’ rights.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the commissioner had directed that the matter be investigated in line with established regulations.
Ojajuni assured residents that any misconduct established during the investigation would attract appropriate action.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to maintaining professional standards and ensuring that the investigation was guided by evidence and due process.
The police also thanked members of the public who brought the video to its attention, urging anyone with credible, first-hand information about the incident to cooperate with investigators.
The command cautioned against speculation and the circulation of unverified claims that could interfere with the investigation.
It reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, public trust and the protection of lives and property across Ogun State.
